Who? Her eyes fluttered open then quickly closed. “Talk with me. What did the ladies do when you used the restroom at the tavern to upset you?Filled me up. When she began her martial arts training, no one had ever misbehaved with her. It took a close call with a human rape for her to realize she needed a mechanism to defend herself in human form. Too bad she wasn’t able to use it to take the gunman’s weapon away. He wasn’t close enough, though. If only she had been armed.She let out a ragged sigh as she inhaled the heat of Darien’s body, the power of his arms holding her firmly, the scent of his masculinity, and the scent of his sex. No matter how coldly he treated her or how detached he seemed to be, he was unable to control that aspect of himself. He was unable to conceal his obvious desire for her, just like any other lupus garou alpha male that desired a female. Their chemistry ignited, sending a volley of heat sliding through her as their sexual chemistry sizzled. He tightened
Darien knew there would be trouble as soon as Leandi’s twin sister entered his favorite Friday night hangout after the passing of his partner. His soldiers had no doubt that he wanted her to succeed his deceased companion. He would be interested in another color, which made the women already envious. Despite his best efforts to not express any interest in her.Aside from the kiss. Hell, he had only done it to prevent her from speaking. Yet, the kiss had not simply ended at preventing her from speaking, nor had he intended for it to, which was complete insanity. Even worse, he caused her to pass out without even giving her a passionate kiss. For Odin’s sake, she sustained serious injuries. What the hell was wrong with him in any case?He stood in front of Hastings Bed and Breakfast, exhaling in frustration as he examined Sam’s flesh wound and saw where the bullet had grazed his upper arm.Sam was recounting his tale once more—probably for the fiftyth time—enjoying every second of his
He would never have dated a red who had a family if she hadn’t been his soul mate; not without the approval of her parents and the leader of her pack. He had a strong suspicion that she had not abandoned her group and lived alone as she had claimed.He inhaled deeply as he climbed inside the car and smelled the fresh leather. The car was advertised as being ideal for families, with four doors to fit the triplets. He clamped his eyes tight and held the steering wheel firmly. Despite numerous people warning him against choosing the red as his partner, he was unable to shake the vivacious and spirited woman from his system. She wouldn’t have been powerful enough to be a pack leader’s mate, but he should have known that.He saw the enormous number of cars when he parked at Silver Town Hospital. Very likely, some of Sam’s relatives show up to look at him. The twenty-four-year-old quadruplets, Uncle Sheridan’s boys, were also present and were probably watching cousin Tom. Darien burst.He l
He barked.In all honesty, Darien, I don’t know. Nevertheless, something is amiss now that her sister has arrived and riled up the entire village.The twin of his mate moaned heavily. She briefly blinked but didn’t pay attention to anything.She must remain in this location for three more days, eh, Doc? Darien enquired.“Yes, in town. She shouldn’t have to go very far. She can, however, relocate for the ensuing few days. I want to keep an eye on her tonight. Once she leaves this place, she’ll need someone to watch over her.Silva said, “You’re the boss, boss, but Sam can go without me for a few days. I’ll take care of her. Since I’m pretty much the only woman in town who liked Lelandi, perhaps I can help her sister.What if Larissa is still a target for someone? Doc enquired.Darien thought about how sleepy she was. Peter is ensuring that she has 24-hour security.Will you have Trevor conduct the interior surveillance? Silva smiled.Uncle Sheridan burst into the space with the appeara
As soon as Landani opened her eyes, brilliant white lights flooded her field of vision. The ceiling fan in her bedroom wasn’t there. She tried to get her bearings by closing her eyes and inhaling deeply. The air was thick with the smell of antiseptics. Her eyes suddenly opened. She was confined by white sheets and bars on an elevated, little bed. What the…?As her thoughts began to race out of control, she attempted to reach up and rub her temple but was unsuccessful. Not the dream partner, but leather cuffs around her wrists held her to the bed.Her sibling. Oh my Goodness, her parents were also gone. Her eyes were filled with tears, and her heart felt like a stone in her throat. She whimpered in agony as she sobbed, and the tears clouded her vision. Her body began to gradually warm up as she yanked at the restraints in an effort to stop the growing frustration.She licked her chapped lips while closing her eyes. What she wouldn’t do for a glass of pink lemonade on ice. She felt as t
Oh My God, She Was Gorgeous and exasperating. Beautifully exasperating. Silva was correct, though, in that the patient was barely awake after surgery and heavily doped up. She was only able to muster a sad chuckle at Darien’s expense.After tightening her hold on the bed’s bar, Darien let go and marched out of the room. He motioned to talk to his uncle when he saw him interrogating some other people.“Darien, what’s going on?”Check out Larissa’s bedroom. Given that she was moving in that direction when the shooter shot her, she must have been a guest at the Hastings Bed & Breakfast. Bring me the letter if she received one from Lelandi.No warrants were required because pack laws applied.“Then, gather her belongings. After she exits the hospital, she will be staying with me. But until then, I’ll accompany you nonetheless.“You’re not going to fall for one of them again, are you?” The furious condemnation in Uncle Sheridan’s voice as they left the hospital was audible.Darien humorous
With the exception of the dresser jammed up against the door obstructing it and the mess his uncle had made, they were able to remove enough of the glass to climb through the window and discover the space tidy as if the maid had just done the cleaning.Shaking his head, Darien reasoned that the intruder had come seeking for the identical piece of evidence as he was. The lace-covered canopy bed, the space underneath it, the dressers and bedside tables, the closet, and the tiny bathroom were all investigated by him and Sheridan, but they came up empty-handed. Nothing, not a toothbrush, comb, bag, garment, or anything else.Darien then noticed a tiny rise in the mattress on the right side of the bed. He approached the bed with a swagger and pulled up the coverlet. In one particular area, the mattress rode high. He discovered the grip of a revolver by shoving his hand between the mattress and box spring. His heart beat more vigorously. He took the 9mm out, examined the safety, then took t
Before something fell to the floor, there were several curse words, and someone shouted.Lelandi opened her eyes. Holy sh*t! Lelandi laid on her side in her wolf form while shape-shifting in her delirious state, the IV pulled out and dangling over the floor, and the dreaded medical gown wedged between her front legs. If not, people would be perplexed as to why a patient would lose red fur, thus she prayed that whoever washed the linens was a lupus garous.Rushing in, Darien and Trevor first noticed the mess Ritka had created on the floor before turning to look at Lelandi, the extraordinary sleepy red wolf.Darien muttered under his breath, “Odin’s wounds, she’s a royal.”“Hell, Darien, she’ll have a whole bunch of suitors if the word gets out. She ought to be at the veterinarian, though, if she’s going to shape-shift without warning, Trevor said.Silva entered the room.Darien commanded, “In and close the door.”She quickly inside, shut the door, and grinned at Lelandi. “My, my. She’s